GELSENKIRCHEN - A man died after being stabbed in teh heart during a mass brawl in Gelsenkirchen–Bismarck on Saturday, prompting a large-scale police operation. Six individuals-three men aged 16, 29, and 52, and three women aged 25, 28, and 50-were temporarily detained at the scene.
The violent confrontation,believed to be a dispute between two Turkish families residing in close proximity,escalated from a prior altercation on Friday. initial reports suggesting a link to organized clan crime have not been substantiated.Police deployed reinforcements from across the Ruhr region, including a helicopter, to manage the increasingly volatile situation as relatives and associates of those involved converged on the location.
A homicide investigation has been launched, with a dedicated team securing evidence at the scene and pursuing leads. Authorities are appealing to the public for data related to the incident, requesting witnesses to contact 0209 365 7112 or 0209 365 8240. The investigation continues to determine the full circumstances surrounding the fatal stabbing and potential charges.